Dry Needling
Targeted care for muscle pain and tension.
Dry needling uses thin needles in selected muscles. Your therapist assesses your symptoms, medical history and goals to determine whether it is appropriate for you.
At Alliance Physical Therapy in Chattanooga, dry needling may be combined with movement, exercise and other rehabilitation approaches. Benefits vary, and it is not suitable for everyone.
Explore what to expect and the peer-reviewed research below.
Targeted Muscle Care
• Thin needles in targeted muscles
• Considered for selected pain and tension concerns
• Combined with rehabilitation when appropriate
Your therapist assesses whether it fits your needs.
Research: Neck Pain
A 2023 review of chronic neck pain studies found benefits for pain and function, especially in the short term. Longer-term results and comparisons with other active treatments were less consistent.
What to Expect
• Discuss your symptoms and medical history
• Review the procedure with your therapist
• Pair treatment with movement and exercise
Your therapist will explain what to expect before treatment.
Research in Context
A 2023 umbrella review found short-term pain benefits compared with sham or no treatment across musculoskeletal conditions. Longer-term evidence remained limited. Results do not establish lasting relief for every condition.
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